Supplement Source Podcast

Podcast by Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN)

Supplement Source Podcast is a news podcast hosted by Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN), with 49 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN) hosts Supplement Source Podcast, a news show with 49 episodes published.

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  Episode #20

  Choline on the Global Stage: From Nutrition Science to Codex Policy

  Oct 2, 202622 minS2

  Choline is an essential nutrient with important roles across the lifespan—but many people around the world still aren’t getting enough. Now, choline is gaining greater attention on the international nutrition policy stage. In this episode of Supplement Source , CRN brings together experts in nutrition science, industry, and global policy to explore why choline matters, what the science tells us about intake and health, and how international standards developed through Codex Alimentarius can influence nutrition policy around the world. Guests include Trygve Bergeland and Eric Ciappio of Balchem , who discuss the science, marketplace, and policy implications surrounding choline; and Prof. Rima Obeid and Dr. Emma Derbyshire , who explore choline’s essential biological functions, intake gaps, and the growing body of evidence supporting greater attention to the nutrient. The conversation also previews the upcoming CRN-International symposium held in November at Codex in Nuremberg , where Obeid and Derbyshire will bring the choline discussion, moderated by Bergeland, directly to an international audience of nutrition and regulatory experts. It’s a look at what happens when nutrition science moves beyond the laboratory and onto the global policy stage—and why the conversation around choline may be reaching an important moment. About the Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN) The Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN), founded in 1973 and based in Washington, D.C., is the leading trade association representing the dietary supplement and functional food industry. Bringing together manufacturers, ingredient suppliers, and service providers, CRN unites its member companies around a shared commitment to science, transparency, and responsible business practices—advancing a strong, credible marketplace that supports consumer health and industry growth. In an increasingly complex regulatory and media environment, CRN serves as the industry’s front line—shaping science-based policy, defending market access, and countering misinformation. Through strategic advocacy, self-regulatory leadership, voluntary guidelines, and evidence-based communications, CRN ensures that responsible companies are recognized, protected, and positioned to innovate and compete. Learn more at crnusa.org and follow @CRN_Supplements on X and LinkedIn.

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  Episode #18

  Every Methyl Counts: Folate, Choline and the Science of Methylation

  Sep 25, 202619 minS2

  What if the nutrients we consume can influence not our genetic code itself, but how our bodies read and use it? In this episode of Supplement Source , host Jeff Ventura explores the emerging science of epigenetics, methylation and cellular health with Lauren Eisen and Eric Ciappio of Balchem, along with expert Emily Ho. The conversation breaks down the complex science of methylation in accessible terms, including how epigenetic mechanisms help regulate which genetic information cells use and how nutrients can contribute to those processes. The guests discuss the importance of methylation during pregnancy and early development, while also examining its relevance throughout the lifespan and to healthy aging. The discussion also explores the roles of folate and choline as sources of methyl groups , the differences between folic acid and methylfolate, nutrient intake gaps, and why interest in methylation could create new opportunities for supplement brands to communicate the science of cellular nutrition beyond the traditional prenatal category. The takeaway: genetics may provide the blueprint, but nutrition is part of the complex biological machinery involved in how that blueprint is used. About the Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN) The Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN), founded in 1973 and based in Washington, D.C., is the leading trade association representing the dietary supplement and functional food industry. Bringing together manufacturers, ingredient suppliers, and service providers, CRN unites its member companies around a shared commitment to science, transparency, and responsible business practices—advancing a strong, credible marketplace that supports consumer health and industry growth. In an increasingly complex regulatory and media environment, CRN serves as the industry’s front line—shaping science-based policy, defending market access, and countering misinformation. Through strategic advocacy, self-regulatory leadership, voluntary guidelines, and evidence-based communications, CRN ensures that responsible companies are recognized, protected, and positioned to innovate and compete. Learn more at crnusa.org and follow @CRN_Supplements on X and LinkedIn.

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  Episode #17

  Trailblazing Science: Dr. Isabelle Raymond on Curiosity, Menopause Research and Raising the Bar

  Sep 16, 202615 minS2

  In this episode of Supplement Source , CRN’s Jeff Ventura sits down with Dr. Isabelle Raymond, Senior Vice President of Global Medical and Clinical Affairs at Nutrafol and a nominee for CRN’s Annette Dickinson Trailblazer Award. A neuroscientist by training, Raymond shares how her career took her from pharmaceutical and biotech research into the dietary supplement space—and why that move opened new possibilities for scientific exploration. She discusses her groundbreaking research on hair growth in menopausal women, including leading the first published randomized, placebo-controlled trials in a population historically underrepresented in research. Raymond also talks about bringing rigorous scientific methodology to supplements, challenging misconceptions about the industry, and why creativity, curiosity and even failure are essential parts of scientific discovery. Her advice to the next generation of scientists is simple: stay curious, keep learning and follow what interests you. About the Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN) The Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN), founded in 1973 and based in Washington, D.C., is the leading trade association representing the dietary supplement and functional food industry. Bringing together manufacturers, ingredient suppliers, and service providers, CRN unites its member companies around a shared commitment to science, transparency, and responsible business practices—advancing a strong, credible marketplace that supports consumer health and industry growth. In an increasingly complex regulatory and media environment, CRN serves as the industry’s front line—shaping science-based policy, defending market access, and countering misinformation. Through strategic advocacy, self-regulatory leadership, voluntary guidelines, and evidence-based communications, CRN ensures that responsible companies are recognized, protected, and positioned to innovate and compete. Learn more at crnusa.org and follow @CRN_Supplements on X and LinkedIn.

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  Episode #16

  Attitude with Gratitude: Trailblazer Nominee Vic Rathi on a Lifetime of Innovation

  Sep 10, 202615 minS2

  In this episode of Supplement Source , CRN’s Jeff Ventura sits down with Vic Rathi, founder and CEO of Specialty Enzymes & Probiotics and a finalist for CRN’s Annette Dickinson Trailblazer Award. Rathi reflects on more than four decades in the industry, including his early recognition that enzymes and probiotics needed greater scientific understanding and more thoughtful formulation. He discusses the influence of his father—who began producing enzymes in India in the 1950s—and how the industry has evolved from simply adding ingredients to formulations to demanding scientific evidence and proven results. Rathi also shares what continues to fuel his passion for research and innovation, his hopes for the next generation of industry leaders, and the family philosophy that has helped guide his career: “attitude with gratitude.” Listen for a conversation about science, leadership, curiosity and the importance of staying grounded while continuing to push an industry forward. About the Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN) The Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN), founded in 1973 and based in Washington, D.C., is the leading trade association representing the dietary supplement and functional food industry. Bringing together manufacturers, ingredient suppliers, and service providers, CRN unites its member companies around a shared commitment to science, transparency, and responsible business practices—advancing a strong, credible marketplace that supports consumer health and industry growth. In an increasingly complex regulatory and media environment, CRN serves as the industry’s front line—shaping science-based policy, defending market access, and countering misinformation. Through strategic advocacy, self-regulatory leadership, voluntary guidelines, and evidence-based communications, CRN ensures that responsible companies are recognized, protected, and positioned to innovate and compete. Learn more at crnusa.org and follow @CRN_Supplements on X and LinkedIn.

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  Episode #16

  Influence With Integrity: Building Trust in Supplement Marketing

  Sep 8, 202619 minS2

  Influencers increasingly shape how consumers discover and evaluate health, wellness and dietary supplement products. But with that influence comes responsibility. In this episode of Supplement Source , CRN’s Jeff Ventura talks with Jennifer Santos, Program Development Manager for the Institute for Responsible Influence, about efforts to bring greater transparency, accountability and trust to influencer marketing. The Institute’s Responsible Influence certification program trains creators on FTC endorsement requirements, advertising claims, sponsorship disclosures and other responsible marketing practices. Santos explains how creators earn certification, how certified participants receive ongoing education and monitoring, and why the program is designed as more than a one-time compliance exercise. The conversation also explores why these issues are particularly important for dietary supplements and other health-focused products, where consumers may place significant trust in creator recommendations. Santos discusses the shared responsibility of brands and influencers to avoid unsupported claims, clearly disclose relationships and build credibility with consumers. About the Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN) The Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN), founded in 1973 and based in Washington, D.C., is the leading trade association representing the dietary supplement and functional food industry. Bringing together manufacturers, ingredient suppliers, and service providers, CRN unites its member companies around a shared commitment to science, transparency, and responsible business practices—advancing a strong, credible marketplace that supports consumer health and industry growth. In an increasingly complex regulatory and media environment, CRN serves as the industry’s front line—shaping science-based policy, defending market access, and countering misinformation. Through strategic advocacy, self-regulatory leadership, voluntary guidelines, and evidence-based communications, CRN ensures that responsible companies are recognized, protected, and positioned to innovate and compete. Learn more at crnusa.org and follow @CRN_Supplements on X and LinkedIn.

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